Dog Articles

Almost every dog gets excited when it's mealtime, and that doesn't matter whether it's a wet or dry food. But when you're in the dog food aisle and looking at all the options, how do you pick? The truth is that both wet and dry dog food offer your pet plenty of benefits and well-rounded nutrition, but there may be a reason to pick one over the other for your dog. Read on to find out the differences between wet and dry dog food and the points to consider when making your choice.

Grain-free diets have become more and more popular for humans, and that's led many pet parents to wonder if their dog should also go grain-free. But before you switch up your dog's food, it's important to understand why grains are used in dog foods and what grain-free has to offer. Is grain-free best for dogs? We look at the details below.

If you've ever spent any time with a dog, you've probably seen him chase his tail at least once. Some dogs only do it every once in a while, but others live for the chase and can spend hours running in circles trying to catch that elusive thing following them around. In most cases, your dog chasing his tail is perfectly normal. However, if you've noticed that your dog seems to be obsessed about catching his tail or there are other indications of a health or behavioural issue, you may want to work on curbing this behaviour. Learn why dogs chase their tails below and what you can do about it if it becomes a problem.

When you notice your dog losing patches of hair, your mind might jump to the worst-case scenario and begin to panic. But, don’t worry. The truth is, alopecia in dogs is fairly common and usually treatable through medication or changes in their environment. Discover what might cause dog hair loss, possible treatments and how you can keep your dog comfortable.

Dogs are known for their keen sense of smell and ability to perceive human emotions and energy, but what about their eyes? You may have heard that dogs don't see colour in the full spectrum that humans do, and this is correct, but it's not all there is to the story. Below we cover how dogs see and perceive colour and some other fun facts about canine sight.

The holidays are a time to celebrate with family, friends and lots of delicious food. Some of the ingredients in your favourite holiday meals are safe for dogs to eat, but others pose a threat.

He's a tumbling, bumbling, beautiful four-legged ball of fur. He adores you, and you adore him. He's your best friend and he knows exactly how you feel 24/7. Sometimes, though, you might find it hard to figure him out. Why do dogs shake, for example?

Puppies are snuggly, fluffy and cuddly, all of which makes it tempting to snooze with your new puppy from day one. But should you? And if not with you, where should your puppy sleep? Let's run down the possible sleeping arrangements for the newest member of your pack and find out if he needs his own bed or if it's okay for him to bunk up with you for a few months.

He's your bed bud, your stalwart companion, your favourite four-legged friend. He knows you inside out, and you'd do anything for him. Lately, though, he's been panting more than usual, and you're feeling a little concerned. Is it just a part of getting older, or is there something wrong with him? Why do dogs pant, anyway?

You may call your new puppy your fur baby, and in many ways, your new puppy is like a baby, especially when it comes to puppy teething.

It's time to deck the halls with boughs of holly and make merry with friends and family — including your dog. And while the holidays are certainly the most wonderful time of the year, that merriment can quickly fade to disaster if you don't take the time to make your holiday home safe for your furry friend. Our holiday safety tips for dogs can help.

In many ways, dogs aren't much different from humans. They want love, basic needs and to live free of discomfort. Unfortunately, your canine's quality of life can be seriously hindered when he doesn't feel well. Dog constipation can cause pain and discomfort for your pup. Discover some of the most common signs and causes before learning how to help a constipated dog.